Private Tour
Ethiopia's Historic Route; 5 Days
Overview
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120 hours
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This Ethiopia holiday is tailor made, and introduces you to the natural beauty, rich culture, long history and friendly people of this country. Visit Ethiopia’s diverse historical attractions, from the monuments, museums and markets of Addis Ababa to the ancient capital of Gonder and the iconic rock churches at Lalibela. Ethiopia’s beautiful, natural landscape.
This trip creates an opportunity for an exchange of cultures between you and the local communities as there are various moments to discuss and interact .
visit Major historical sites of northern Ethiopia.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Domestic Flights
lunch and dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Bole Airport
Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Orange River
Bole Homes Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Bole Skygate Hotel
Bole Sub City Woreda 13 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
What To Expect
fly to Bahir Dar
Accommodations
standard Hotel jacaranda hotel or similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Bahir Dar
Day 01 Addis Ababa - Bahar Dar Fly to Bahar Dar on Ethiopian Airlines. Visit the marketplace in Bahar Dar. Take a boat tour on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile and tour ancient island monasteries. Overnight Lodge (B, L,
Drive to Gonder
Accommodations
standard hotel Haile Resort or similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Fasil Ghebbi
Bahar Dar - Gondar Drive through the countryside to Gondar. Tour the Royal Enclosure, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring five castles built by a succession of Ethiopian kings beginning in the early 17th century. Having survived several wars, including air raids during World War 2, the castles are a testament to the resilience of this once mighty empire. Visit the church of Debre Birhan Selassie, famous for its religious art and especially its iconic ceiling depicting angels. Overnight Hotel (B, L,
lalibela
Accommodations
standard hotel haile Resort or similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Lalibela
Day 03 Gondar - Lalibela Fly to Lalibela on Ethiopian Airlines. Tour the magnificent rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This group of eleven monolithic churches were carved directly into the stone mountainside at least 800 years ago. This complex boasts the largest monolithic church in the world, a maze of passageways and tunnels, intricately carved reliefs, and fabulous examples
lalibela
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Lalibela
For the morning we have two choices: Take a morning hike with mules to Mount Asheton, with its 13th century rock-hewn monastery and great views of the town; - OR - Drive to Yemrehanna Kristos, a beautiful church situated in a shallow cave that predates the churches of Lalibela. The drive to Yemrehanna will also give you the opportunity to view the rural countryside and villages of the Ethiopian highlands. Following either option above continue with tour of Lalibela’s churches in the afternoon. In the late afternoon, enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony and learn the process for baking injera (a staple food for much of Ethiopia.)
fly to Addis abeba
Accommodations
standard Hotel Mado Hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Addis Ababa
Fly to Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines. Visit either the Ethnographic Museum or the National Museum, home of the 3.18 million year old skeleton "Lucy." Optional souvenir shopping in the afternoon. Farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. Transfer to airport for late night departure if needed. (B, L,
Options
Ethiopia's Historic Route; 5 Days
Pickup included
Budget Tours
3 star Hotel
Duration: 5 days
Not include
Mini van
Pickup included
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect planning and Best Tour Company !
G5879NPliamo,
Sep 16, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect planning and Best Tour Company ! We spent 5 days in northern Ethiopia - and cannot say how much everything exceeded our expectations: the efficient and proactive communication - the choice of hotels - flight schedules - the experienced and professional guides. I sent a request for info on the site, Answered very quickly and kept up the communication as we planned this trip of a lifetime. Melese and his team did a great job of making me feel comfortable from the very beginning. They were always so courteous and welcoming and any question that I had was answered. They truly went beyond what I expected. From helping me to convert my cash into the local currency to seeing about my covid test to return home . The sites, sounds and tastes of Ethiopia made my first trip to Africa much more than I ever expected, Everything was just perfect ! We enjoyed a wonderful trip and will definitely come back.
Unforgettable cultural experience and tour
annaX2655QZ,
Mar 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I decided only a few weeks in advance to book a tour in Ethiopia for holiday and I am so glad I found Ethio tours! Melese organised everything really well and was in communication to check on things when I was with local guides. The use of local guides is amazing and I learned so much from them. Muchaw in Lalibela was especially great and he knew a lot about the area and just about everyone in the city. It was great to see a mix of city and countryside in just four days. The hotels were all excellent, clean and comfortable. Gondar and Lalibela hotels also had great views! Airport transfers worked well. All of the restaurants for lunch and dinner were very good and I enjoyed the traditional music and dance show in Addis. I would definitely recommend this company! My one recommendation is to put a little more detail in the daily itinerary. Thank you!
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